Why I DON'T use a Viewfinder

Hey everyone! The technique I use to handle my camera during photoshoots sometimes causes discussions.. so I thought it is once and for all time to make a video about why I DON'T use a viewfinder when doing photography! Let me know if you prefer using the LCD or the viewfinder when you're shooting and if I missed out on any reasons.

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[TheEtrangeclown]

The most important is to be confortable when doing photography. Whatever you choose to use, at the end the picture matters. Thank you for your videos in general, they are always helpful !

[nathanbryant]

Imagine someone telling you your'e doing it wrong and clearly not seeing the amazing images you get with all your shoots just by using the screen instead.
People literally become stupid just to go against the grain.
WE LOVE YOUR WORK AND LOVE THAT YOU SHOOT EXACTLY HOW YOU WANT TO SHOOT. IT'S A CREATIVE FIELD. THERE ARE NO RULES TO CREATIVITY.

[TheMrKonov]

Great points! I am shooting weddings screen only for the last 5 years and I am never going back. The most important thing is people you taking pictures of is to they see your face expressions!

[andrewdoeshair]

Excellent video. There was a time when I (silently) judged people who were shooting with the LCD, like they didn’t know what they were doing, but since I was forced to move to mirrorless I found that I was limited in the EVF to only see what the sensor could perceive, so when something was blown out or buried in shadows I couldn’t see it like I could with an OVF— I found that in these cases glancing between the actual subject and the EVF was cumbersome but glancing between the actual subject and the LCD was way easier. Now I judge myself for having judged others.

[Seapatico]

Oooh I appreciate this video so much. Sometimes I judge myself for not using the evf all the time, but I'm totally with you that the lcd is so useful! Especially as a taller person, I don't want to be hunching to a lower position all day to be at eye level with the couple.

Love love love this video 👏👏👏

[EdwardIglesias]

Thanks for making this video. Your point on situational awareness is a good one and a point of view shared by a lot of street photographers who "shoot from the hip" or use zone focusing to capture moments quickly or not at all.

[jimwlouavl]

Really good points about situational awareness and clients seeing your face. I will try the LCD for spontaneous shooting and portraits. I use the EVF handheld and the LCD on a tripod. I’ve been photographing since the 1970s so the viewfinder feels natural. It also seems to me that holding the camera away from my body is less stable than arms close to my torso and the camera against my face. Having the LCD and a geared head has made tripod work so much easier than it used to be.

[sydneycranford]

When I got my EOS R I started shooting this way, and I completely agree. You put it into words so well!

[sannisan]

Julia, your pictures are so so beautiful. Thank you for the continuous tips and tutorials✨️

[mclenowski]

I’m so glad you covered this topic, Julia. Such a strange thing that people should judge this. I’ll add that you can also wear a hat during outdoor shoots without knocking it off and for those of us wearing glasses we can finally stop smudging the glass with our thumb. Using the LCD was a game-changer! 😊

[JosefFoti]

I actually have very similar reasons to use the LCD. And there is one more that's very important for me when I'm working with people who are not used to the camera (at weddings or couple sessions). Using the LCD allows me to get close to my subjects by just stretching out my arms so I don't have to put my head into their private zone. Most people are more comfortable with that.

[tj]

Since I switched to mirrorless I find myself gravitating to the way you describe, that I actually was inspired to by watching your videos. I tried what I saw you doing and it worked. Thanks for teaching me!

[kaitlynboggs]

I love this video. Honestly I have really bad eye sight so I don’t really use the view finder cause when I first stated in 2017 in camera the photos would look great but then post processing they were not as sharp as I like but using the LCD screen I have little to no problems achieving the look I want for my business ❤😊

[jillgallagher]

Julia you are one in a million! You are amazing and have helped me in my photography journey so much, a huge thankyou for all your videos, I learn so much from you! This particular video has been so beneficial to me, please keep posting, you help so many people around the world, you're a star!

[McSpark]

No matter if you use a viewfinder or screens, knowing the exposure triangle and techniques is the most important thing and your photos are indeed professional and awesome Julia.🙂

[CinrycFS]

I rarely use LCD screen - just because of years of repetition I'm an (E)VF user. But this was a very nice and balanced presentation about the benefits of the LCD screen. I'll implement the back screen more in my photography - thanks for that!

[jacobkitchens]

This is exactly how I have been after switching to mirrorless as well. Definitely more comfortable with clients. Feels more casual for them

[jamesamoh]

I only use the EVF if it’s too bright. I prefer the LCD because it’s more comfortable. Thank you & blessings to you & your family.

[DougCunnington]

This is great. I’ll prob move over to LCD most of the time. Your reasons make perfect sense to me. LOL at the tan lines

[geovananardin]

i would to see some videos about wedding photography!
ty for the video julia 💜